Saudi crown prince visits White House after Khashoggi controversy

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, once a pariah, received a red-carpet welcome in Washington, signaling a significant rehabilitation of his international standing. The visit included a state dinner, a U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum, and a pledge from Saudi Arabia to increase U.S. investment commitments to nearly $1 trillion, alongside discussions on defense and nuclear programs. This comeback follows his implication in Jamal Khashoggi's death, which had led to widespread condemnation and isolation, but shifting geopolitical interests and MBS's diplomatic efforts have reshaped his relationship with the U.S.